Missing pieces in the story of a caterpillar fungus — Ophiocordyceps sinensis

Abstract Ophiocordyceps sinensis (syn. Cordyceps sinensis) is a peculiar caterpillar fungus. It is not only known for its extraordinary medicinal values, which cover a wide spectrum of illnesses ranging from fatigue to cancer, but also for its fascinating life-story (Yeh & Lama 2013). Unlike man...

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Main Author: Siran Liang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-12-01
Series:IMA Fungus
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/BF03449442